Here is a good article that describes what kind of a therapist to look for and what kind to avoid, if you are struggling with ADHD.
“You don’t need a disciplinarian, a blamer, or a comforter. These aren’t the therapists you’re looking for. You need a therapist who’s actually equipped with solutions and strategies uniquely designed to work with your ADHD brain. “
“Warning Signs A Therapist Might Not Be Right for You:
- Seems impatient and/or distant
- Listens only superficially
- Offers quick solutions
- Speaks of your situation/disorder in generalities
- Has preconceived notions of treatment
- Makes sure you know about his importance and expertise in his field
- Undermines your self-confidence
Signs A Therapist Might be Perfect for You:
- Doesn’t rush
- Makes you comfortable
- Listens to you — really listens, and makes good eye contact
- Takes your concerns seriously
- Engages with you as a human being
- Has ideas you respond to
- Gives you confidence in yourself and your abilities”
https://www.additudemag.com/adhd-therapists-to-avoid-10-terrible-practitioners/
ADHD Counseling with Elaine Korngold
I really enjoy working with adults with ADHD and I am a Certified ADHD Clinical Services Provider (ADHD-CCPS): Evidence-Based Strategies for Managing ADHD Across the Lifespan. I also assess adults for ADHD, ruling in or out common co-occuring conditions such as Autism, Trauma or C-PTSD, Anxiety or Depression, and identify which specific Executive Functions the client thrives at or struggles with. The assessment leads to a non-pathologizing therapeutic approach that allows us to grow the strengths while shoring up the neurobiological weaknesses.
My treatment approach includes Brainspotting therapy to help clients address common issues related to shame, self-esteem, and grief. We also work with client’s Parts using Internal Family Systems (IFS) therapy. These Parts are typically formed in us at a young age when we are wounded or discover a vulnerabilty and need internal protectors to help us survive. These parts are often locked into the age of their formation causing distress in the current time, space, and relationship. If you are interested in learning more, please contact me to schedule a free 20-minute phone consultation.